The team consists of experienced nurse practitioners with advanced physical assessment skills. We assess, diagnose, prescribe and treat acute health problems, to prevent hospital admissions for patients living in care homes. We offer 2-hour clinical triage and same day visits.
Our team has the clinical knowledge and expertise to assess, diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions such as:
- Dermatology - rash, cellulitis and wounds.
- Gastrointestinal - abdominal discomfort, nausea/vomiting, bowels.
- Genitourinary - catheter problems/associated issues and UTI.
- Respiratory - asthma, COPD, infection, cough.
- Ear Nose and Throat
- Neurological - headache, head injury, dizziness and syncope.
- Musculoskeletal - back pain, reduced range of movement in limbs, arthritis associated problems and muscular pain.
- Circulatory - DVT, cardiac.
- Palliative Care - advanced care planning, hospital admission decision for reversible causes, lasting power of attorney input if the patient is unable to communicate wishes, end of life medication, liaison with Princess Alice Hospice, GPs and other healthcare professionals.